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Detailed Santa Thinlits Christmas Card

Posted on September 15, 2016September 12, 2016 by Josee

Ho ho ho Hello! 🙂 Sorry, couldn't resist that one!

As you can tell, today's card is Santa inspired and believe it or not, super quick and easy!! It uses the Detailed Santa Thinilits Dies and the Greetings from Santa stamp set to make it simply!

How To Make It:

Start with a cardbase of Thick Whisper White cardstock at 11" x 4.25".

Score the cardbase at 5.5", then line up the die with the fold being careful not to move it when you roll it through the Big Shot for a straight cut; You could use the Magnetic Platform to hold the die in place, but I used the Precision Plate to get a better cut with this detailed die. Then, I used the Die Brush to release all the diecut pieces.

With Basic Black ink, stamp the greeting from the Greetings from Santa stamp set.

Then, adhere the Cherry Cobbler Baker's Twine to the back of the cardbase with Tear & Tape adhesive– adding the strips of adhesive all around the back of the die cut before adhering the Cherry Cobbler layer.

To finish off the card, tie the Cherry Cobble Baker's Twine in a bow.

Stamps:

Greetings from Santa stamp set-143269 CM, 142069 wood

Paper:

Cherry Cobbler cardstock-119685 • Whisper White Thick Cardstock-140272

Ink:

Memento Tuxedo Black ink-132708, Refill: 133456

Other:

Detailed Santa Thinlits Dies-141836; Cherry Cobbler Baker’s Twine-123125 (approx. 36”); Tear & Tape adhesive-138995; Die Brush-140603; Precision Plate-139684

Enjoy your day!

Cookie Cutter Christmas Reindeer Card

Posted on September 13, 2016September 19, 2016 by Josee

Good Morning!

Before I show you today's card, check out what's on sale until the 14th! Shop for these deals while they last!

Now, I wanted to show you one of the Christmas cards we made at my first Christmas stamp class of the season on Friday! Such a cute and easy card to make using the Cookie Cutter Christmas stamp set and coordinating Cookie Cutter Punch, as well as the Greetings from Santa stamp set.

How To Make It:

Start with a card base of Thick Whisper White cardstock.

Then take the 4"x5.25" piece of Pool Party cardstock and run it through the Big Shot in the Pine Bough Textured Impressions Embossing Folder.

Stamp the sentiment from the Greetings from Santa stamp set in Basic Black; Adhere the Pool Party layer to the cardbase.

Use the Merry Tags Framelit Dies to cut the Red Glimmer Paper into the ornament shape

Cut a length of Burlap Ribbon to tie onto the Red Glimmer ornament leaving the knot loose for now.

Take a small bit of Linen Thread and add two Mini Jingle Bells.

TIP: Use a needle threader to help get the thread through the bells

Then thread the Linen Thread through the loose Burlap Ribbon knot and tie it a few times; then tighten the Burlap Ribbon and trim if necessary

Use a few Glue Dots to add the ornament to the card front

Use a Crumb Cake Stampin’ Write marker to ink up the reindeer from the Cookie Cutter Christmas stamp set, use the Real Red Stampin’ Write marker for the nose and stamp onto Crumb Cake cardstock; punch out using the Cookie Cutter Builder punch

Use Stampin’ Dimensionals to adhere the reindeer to the card front

Stamps:

Cookie Cutter Christmas-142043, Greetings from Santa stamp set-143269 CM, 142069 wood Merry Tags Framelit Dies- 141835

Paper:

Crumb Cake cardstock-120953, Whisper White Thick Cardstock-140272, Pool Party cardstock-131203, Red Glimmer Paper-121790

Ink:

Real Red Stampin’ Write & Crumb Caker marker set- 141973 • Basic Black Archival Ink- 140931, Refill- 140928

Other:

Cookie Cutter Builder Punch-140396, Pine Bough Textured Impressions Embossing Folder- 141831, 5/8” Burlap Ribbon-141487, Linen Thread-104199, Mini Jingle Bells-142002

I hope you have a stampin' good day! If you are in the Ottawa area, come join me for our next stamp class!

2016 Stampin Up Holiday Catalogue: Celebrating the New Year

Posted on September 2, 2016August 30, 2016 by Josee

Good Morning! Happy Friday!

I really cannot believe it actually, this is the last long weekend of the summer!! The kids go back to school on Tuesday and we get back to our regular school year routine. <Sigh.> These summers just go by so fast! Dare I say, the holidays will be here before we know it! I know, I know…but it's true…I don't even want to think about the 'S' word that comes with that! (In case you are lucky enough to live in warmer temps year round, I'm talking about that white stuff that falls from the sky and looks pretty but means it SO COLD out! ) But, I do love celebrating Christmas and the New Year and today's samples are some fun celebration ideas from the NEW Holiday Catalogue. (In case you missed it, you can download the catalogue here)

The Here's to Cheers stamp set with the coordinating Cheerful Tags Framelits Dies has so many creative possibilities! You can create party favors, party decor or hostess gifts!

The It's A Celebration stamp set is perfect for your New Year's celebration, but you could also use the sparklers for Canada Day cards or scrapbook pages too!

Finally, we have this gorgeous suite of products with so many possibilities, not just for the holidays either. The Frosted Medallion stamp set coordinates wonderfully with the Fancy Frost Specialty Designer Series Paper, Fancy Frost Sequins and 3/8" Glitter Ribbon Combo Pack.

Have a wonderful weekend! I hope it's a long one for you too!

2016 Stampin Up Holiday Catalogue: Now Available!

Posted on September 1, 2016August 30, 2016 by Josee

Hello!

Today is the day! I am so excited to be able to finally share the full 2016 Stampin' Up Holiday Catalogue with you!! So grab your favorite hot beverage and get comfy! BUT FIRST, in case you didn't notice that up there^^^^, there are some Special Offers also starting today until September 7th! Check them out! But, the even better news is that there will be some NEW Special Offers each week until September 21st, so make sure you are checking the store each week to see what the new deals are!

….Now, the NEW HOLIDAY CATALOGUE you have been waiting for! Just click the image or link to download the PDF version of the catalogue…

2016 Stampin Up Holiday Catalogue (English Version) and to view the French version of the catalogue, click here

Here are a few more highlights from the catalogue…

Suite Seasons stamp set has the perfect greetings to cover all the holidays!

The Glamper Greetings stamp set will add a whole new level of adorable to your cards 😉

Shake and Celebrate stamp set and coordinating Shaker Shakes Framelits dies. Also shown are the Mika Flakes inside the Christmas tree shaker tag.

Another look at the Santa's Sleigh stamp set and Santa's Sleigh Thinlits Dies– great for tags and home decor!

Another look at the Merriest Wishes stamp set and the coordinating Merry Tags Framelits Dies– so easy to create gorgeous tags quickly and easily!

Everything you need to create gift packaging and tags! Shown here is the Wrapped in Warmth stamp set, Warmth and Cheer Designer Series Paper Stack, 3/8" Silky Taffeta Ribbon Combo Pack and the White Gift Boxes.

You can see all the new products right in my store! I will be showing more holiday samples over the next several months so you won't run out of inspiration for your card creations!

Thanks for stopping by! Have a wonderful day!!

2016 Stampin Up Holiday Catalogue Preview: Christmas

Posted on August 31, 2016September 1, 2016 by Josee

****Last day to use your Bonus Days Coupons and last day to get the Thoughtful Branches Bundle!!****

Good Morning!

I am back today to show you more Sneak Peeks of the 2016 Holiday catalogue!! I will be able to show you the full catalogue tomorrow- as tomorrow the catalogue is officially live and available to order from!

Yesterday I showed you some of the amazing Halloween products, and other holiday products, but of course you know the Holiday catalogue has lots of Christmas products!! Here are some of the items that will be available.

(Don't forget, if you are in the Ottawa area, join me for a my Christmas Card Class where we will be using some of these products!)

The hostess stamp set Holly Jolly Layers is such a fun and versatile stamp set that allows you to use the Layering Circles, Squares and Ovals Framelits to layer each stamp as you like for a dimensional look on your projects.

Another one of the hostess stamp sets, Cozy Critters. Super cute and coordinates with the NEW Jolly Hat Builder Punch, the Owl Builder Punch and the Fox Builder Punch! And you don't have to 'host' a workshop to get these hostess stamp sets, you can qualify to order them with any order over $200!!

This versatile stamp set called Cookie Cutter Christmas coordinates wonderfully with the NEW Cookie Cutter Builder Punch. The Real Red Stitched Edge Ribbon and Candy Cane Lane Baker's Twine are perfect for cards and gift packaging too!

These gift packages were created using the NEW: Cheerful Tags Framelits Dies, White Gift Boxes, the Metallic Thread Combo Pack, Glitter Stampin' Emboss Powder with the Seasonal Decorative Masks and the Glitter Ribbon Combo Pack. So many amazing accessories to dress up your projects!

The NEW Star of Light stamp set and coordinating Starlight Thinlits Dies– ready to help you create gorgeous holiday cards!

This bundle that includes the Greetings from Santa stamp set and coordinating Detailed Santa Thinlits Dies will make for easy and gorgeous cards!

You can hang your stockings with the Hang Your Stocking stamp set and coordinating Christmas Stockings Thinlits Dies! Here shown with the Hearth & Home Thinlits Dies and Brick Wall Textured Impressions Embossing Folder.

If you love to color, the Wonder of Christmas stamp set and Happy Ornament stamp may make your wish list!

The Be Jolly, By Golly stamp set coordinates AMAZINGLY with the Swirly Scribbles Thinlits Dies– check out the fun new ways to use the dies!

The Christmas Pines stamp set and coordinating Pretty Pines Thinlits Dies. I just LOVE the texture these dies add to cards! Also shown here is the Merry Medley background stamp.

The Merriest Wishes stamp set and coordinating Merry Tags Framelits Dies will make your cards and gift tags look amazing! Check out that shaker ornament on the card shown, inside the shaker are flakes of gold from the Mica Flakes Trio Pack.

The Christmas Magic stamp set has some great stamps for creating wonderful Christmas scenes and are great for watercoloring too.

The Merry Mice stamp set is so much fun to color and watercolor with.

I can see so many ways this Santa's Sleigh stamp set and coordinating Santa's Sleigh Thinlits Dies could be used to create some really special Christmas cards!

If you have the Jar of Love Bundle, you will LOVE this NEW stamp set that you can use with the Everyday Jars Framelits dies.

Last, but definitely not least is the Jolly Friends stamp set and coordinating Jolly Hat Builder Punch. This one also coordinates with the Fox Builder Punch so that you can get year round use out of the punch!

I hope you enjoyed today's sneak peek! Come back tomorrow to check out the full catalogue!